English 0099 - Kennesaw State University



ENGLISH 0099

Sec. 07 - T/Th 5-6:15 | Sec. 08 - T/Th 6:30 - 7:45 | Sec. 09 - T/Th 8 - 9:15

Department of University Studies

Kennesaw State University

Course Web Site:



Instructor: Bridget A. Doss

Office: Library 422

Office Hours: By Appointment

Email: bdoss@kennesaw.edu

Phone: 770-423-6207 Please leave a message.

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ourse Description

English 0099 is a Learning Support Programs course that prepares students for credit courses in English. This course emphasizes principles of good writing, particularly in clear and logically written essays. This class follows a workshop format. It is imperative that you attend and participate in class writing, reading, grammar and discussion activities. It is the understanding and experience of the instructor that the more you write, the better you will write. Therefore, you will be working on and completing some sort of writing assignment each week in preparation of the final Writing Sample.

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bjectives

English 0099 is designed to help students master the fundamentals of correct and effective essay writing so that they may successfully complete the exit requirements for the course and enter English 1101 with reasonable expectations of successfully completing that course. English 0099 focuses on the principles and the practice of correct, effective writing, including standard English usage, organization, development and coherence of ideas, as well as correct grammar and mechanics.

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equired Text & Materials

• Langan, John. College Writing Skills with Readings. 5TH Ed. McGraw-Hill, 2001.

• Two (2) 3.5 floppy disks to be brought to every class.

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rading and Exit Requirements

In order to exit successfully ENGL 0099, you must make a grade of C or better in your coursework, pass the Writing Sample and, if required by your instructor, pass the COMPASS exam.

Grading scale

90-100% = A, 80-89% = B, 70-79% = C, 60-69% = D

Grade distribution

Four (4) Process Essays 30%

Two (2) In-Class Topical Essays 40%

Writing Portfolio 20%

Participation & Preparedness for Reading and Writing Activities 10%

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ssignments

English 0099 is a process-centered writing course. Therefore, you will be expected to do a great deal of planning, writing, and revising during class. Through the following exercises and activities, you will get much practice with writing in a timed setting as well as exploring, in a more lengthy manor, the process of writing. Because of the workshop nature of this class, it is vital that you attend, are prepared for and participate in classroom writing activities and discussions.

Here is a breakdown of the assignments you will be completing for English 0099:

1. Reading Assignments from College Writing Skills with Readings (CWSR). Your course schedule indicates all assigned readings for this course. Make sure you complete all activities in the assigned chapters from your textbook. I will elaborate on these in class.

2. In-Class Writing Activities

There will be many in-class writing activities where we will explore different aspects of the writing process.

3. Four Process (out of class) Essays

These essays will be based on our readings, comprise a majority of your grade, and will be completed out of class. Please note on your course schedule when the first and final drafts of these papers are due.

4. Two Topical (in-class) Essays

These papers will mimic the Writing Sample and will give you practice in writing timed essays. The topics will be distributed the class period before you actually write the essay. These essays comprise almost half of your grade. You should be able to gage your success or failure concerning the Writing Sample based on the assessment of these essays.

5. Writing Portfolio

A more detailed list of the make-up of your Writing Portfolio will be given to you at mid-semester.

6. Grammar Workshops and Conferences

In the class period before your out of class essays are due, we will have a chance to discuss concerns or problems with your writing. Also, on designated days, according to your course schedule, we will have Grammar Workshops based on the grammar needs of the class. During these times, we will complete grammar exercises and activities germane to your writing needs.

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lass Policies

Attendance

It is very important that you attend class. If you must be out for an emergency, you must contact me immediately. If you have more than two (2) unexcused absences, your participation grade will be lowered by one letter grade. Each time you accumulate two unexcused absences, your participation grade will be lowered one letter grade.

Misc.

• No wearing of baseball caps in class.

• NO FOOD OR DRINKS IN THE COMPUTER WRITING LAB!!!!!!

• Please be respectful of and polite to your fellow classmates and instructor especially during class discussions.

• Please communicate with your instructor your concerns about your writing and this course.

• Check my web site regularly for class assignments.



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esources

ESL/International Students

There are many resources for ESL students within the Department of University Studies. We have an ESL Lab with a tutor on duty who will help you with your writing needs. Within this lab, there are many computer software programs and resources to improve your English grammar and writing skills. You may also check my web site for links to web sites that will help you improve your grammar and writing skills independently. Please see your instructor if you have any questions.

The Writing Center

The Writing Center is a resource for improving your writing outside of class. It is staffed with tutors all hours of the day. I urge you to go and seek help from the Writing Center. One note, however, they will not "proofread" any papers. Make sure you go with specific composition or grammar questions concerning your writing. Here is their web site where the hours of operation are listed:

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